2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2008 Seat Alhambra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 86 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Seat Alhambra (311 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2008 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | BMW | Seat |
| Model | 330 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
